Kilkenny star Doherty still dreaming of ultimate glory

Catherine Doherty is in her 13th season of inter-county camogie but the Kilkenny captain retains the same enthusiasm despite still pursuing an elusive senior All-Ireland.

That love of the game comes as no surprise. Her uncle, Joe played for Kilkenny, as did her brothers Niall and Noel, who bagged All-Ireland intermediate medals in 2008.

That was a good year for the clan, as Kilkenny won the national camogie league as well. They reached the All-Ireland the following season, but just as in 2001, Doherty was to end the day on the losing side. The 31-year-old argues that significant progress was made under Ann Downey’s management and is confident that this will continue with Brendan Williams at the helm.